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Season 2

191 episodes · 2020

  1. 1Gabe Tobias & James Mackler

    02 Jan 2020

    The AOC-inspired Movement School trains progressive organizers. Veteran Black Hawk pilot is running for US Senate seat in Tennessee.

  2. 2Sweta Chakraborty & Lawrence Lessig

    06 Jan 2020

    Bernie's plan to combat climate change. Professor Larry Lessig on the electoral college.

  3. 3Adam Eichen & Jonathan Larsen

    07 Jan 2020

    Grassroots money beats Amazon in Seattle. Jonathan Larsen on the National Prayer breakfast.

  4. 4Cenk Uygur

    08 Jan 2020

    Cenk Uygur on his Democratic opponent Christy Smith.

  5. 5Heidi Sloan & Jim Keady

    08 Jan 2020

    TX-25 Congressional Candidate Heidi Sloan joins "The Conversation." Jim Keady on The Green New Deal.

  6. 6Lilly Adams & Donald McInnis

    09 Jan 2020

    Lilly Adams on Trump's Nuclear Weapons policy. The murder and aftermath of 12-year-old Stephanie Crowe.

  7. 7Dave Levinthal & Jonathan Larsen

    13 Jan 2020

    CPI Editor-at-Large Dave Levinthal on Trump's plan to sidestep 2020 investigations. TYT Investigates and The Root dive into Buttigieg

  8. 8Briahna Joy Gray & Colby Hall

    14 Jan 2020

    Bernie's National Press Secretary Briahna Joy Gray on media coverage of Sanders. Mediaite found Editor Colby Hall on Warren vs Sanders.

  9. 9Nathan J. Robinson & Mel Gagarin

    15 Jan 2020

    Why You Should Be A Socialist. NY-6 candidate Mel Gagarin on his progressive activism.

  10. 10Chloe Hilliard

    16 Jan 2020

    Chloe Hilliard on her new book “F*** Your Diet”

  11. 11Byron Reese & Amanda Edwards

    21 Jan 2020

    Gigaom CEO Byron Reese on the internet's impact on society. Amanda Edwards challenges Sen. John Cornyn in Texas.

  12. 12Alex Gibney

    21 Jan 2020

    Director Alex Gibney on new documentary’Citizen K’

  13. 13Cassie King & Sean Lai McMahon

    22 Jan 2020

    Cassie King from "Direct Action Everywhere." Attorney Sean Lai McMahon joins The Conversation.

  14. 14Tomas Ramos & Jonathan Metzl

    23 Jan 2020

    Tomas Ramos on the issues facing New Yorkers. Jonathan Metzl on the future of gun research.

  15. 15Rachel Ventura & Russ Cirincione

    27 Jan 2020

    Candidate Rachel Ventura on how progressive policies will help IL-11. Candidate Russ Cirincione on bringing progressive solutions to NJ-6.

  16. 16Jackie Fielder & Cenk Uygur

    28 Jan 2020

    CA Senate candidate Jackie Fielder (SD11) on housing justice for all. CA-25 candidate Cenk Uygur on the DCCC backing opponent Christy Smith.

  17. 17Zachary Siegel & Sean Shaw

    29 Jan 2020

    What is Joe Biden's 'crack house' crusade. Attorney & Civic Leader Sean Shaw on Gov. Desantis' 'poll tax.'

  18. 18Shaniyat Chowdhury & Frances Yasmeen Motiwalla

    30 Jan 2020

    NY-5 candidate Shaniyat Chowdhury on challenging 20 year Democratic incumbent Meeks. Candidate Frances Motiwalla on how progressive policies will help CA-34.

  19. 19Krystal Ball & Amanda Terkel

    03 Feb 2020

    Krystal Ball on her new book "The Populist's Guide to 2020." When will the media take progressives seriously?

  20. 20Ezra Klein

    04 Feb 2020

    Ezra Klein on his book “Why We’re Polorized.”

  21. 21Nabilah Islam & Amanda Siebe

    05 Feb 2020

    Nabilah Islam on Trump's Muslim ban expansion. Amanda Siebe on the issues affecting OR-1

  22. 22Noam Chomsky

    05 Feb 2020

    Noam Chomsky joins The Conversation.

  23. 23Kim McCarthy & Rob Richie

    06 Feb 2020

    The issues affecting Ohio District 73. Rob Richie on ranked choice voting.

  24. 24Mike Siegel & Lindsey Boylan

    10 Feb 2020

    Former Lawyer and Teacher running for Congress in TX-10. Lindsey Boylan is running to unseat NY Rep. Jerry Nadler.

  25. 25Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez & Wendell Potter

    12 Feb 2020

    Cristina Tzintzun Ramirez on her campaign for US Senate. Former Health Insurance exec turned whistleblower.

  26. 26Rishi Kumar & Thom Hartmann

    13 Feb 2020

    Rishi Kumar on his Congressional Campaign. Thom Hartmann on the Republican war on voting.

  27. 27Alexander Sammon & Babs Ramsey

    17 Feb 2020

    Small dollar donations vs high dollar, pay for access fundraising. Babs Ramsey on Nebraska's farmers, ending Trump tariffs.

  28. 28Lorena Garcia & Jennifer Cohn

    18 Feb 2020

    Lorena Garcia on running against John Hickenlooper. Can electronic voting machines be hacked?

  29. 29Ken Klippenstein & Ryan Grim

    19 Feb 2020

    Leaked Bloomberg campaign NDA. Bloomberg is stealing staffers from local campaigns.

  30. 30Amy Cox & Munira Ahmed

    20 Feb 2020

    Amy Cox is running for State Rep in Ohio's 43rd district. Munira Ahmed on how her photo inspired artist Shepard Fairey.

  31. 31Bill Theobald & Suraj Patel

    24 Feb 2020

    Will swing state's 2020 hacking protections hold? Suraj Patel's bid to unseat Rep. Carolyn Maloney.

  32. 32Donna Imam

    26 Feb 2020

    Donna Imam on her grassroots congressional campaign.

  33. 33Ari Herstand & Sara Azari

    27 Feb 2020

    CA assembly bill 5's impact on the music industry. New book highlights all of Trump's crimes.

  34. 34Skylar Hurwitz & Stephen Smith

    02 Mar 2020

    Skylar Hurwitz on his congressional campaign. Stephen Smith on the WV can't wait movement.

  35. 35Cenk Uygur

    04 Mar 2020

    Cenk Uygur discusses his congressional campaign.

  36. 36Imam Abdul Malik Mujahid & Caroline Phillips

    05 Mar 2020

    Violence in New Delhi over India's 'citizenship' law. Cannabis festival raises social justice awareness.

  37. 37Lizz Winstead

    09 Mar 2020

    Daily Show creator Lizz Winstead joins The Conversation.

  38. 38Jen Perelman & Terron Sims

    11 Mar 2020

    Jen Perelman on her race against Debbie Wasserman Schultz. Terron Sims on HR-51, the DC Admission Act.

  39. 39Rudy Reves & Dr. Sweta Chakraborty

    12 Mar 2020

    Rudy Reves on surviving the San Diego fires. Dr. Chakraborty on the dangers of Covid-19.

  40. 40Jerry Mitchell

    18 Mar 2020

    New book reopens unsolved murders during civil rights era.

  41. 41Ryan Grim

    06 Apr 2020

    The Intercept's Ryan Grim joins The Conversation to discuss the sexual assault allegations against Joe Biden.

  42. 42Mehdi Hasan

    08 Apr 2020

    The Intercept's Mehdi Hasan joins The Conversation to discuss Trump and Iran.

  43. 43Norman Broderick & Kshama Sawant

    09 Apr 2020

    "Suppressed" Documentary star Norman Broderick | Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant

  44. 44Nomi Prins & Ruth Ben-Ghiat

    13 Apr 2020

    Journalist and Financial Expert Nomi Prins joins The Conversation. Authoritarianism expert Ruth Ben-Ghiat speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how Trump exhibits many authoritarian traits.

  45. 45Shaun King

    14 Apr 2020

    Shaun King speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the end of Bernie Sanders' campaign.

  46. 46David Sirota

    14 Apr 2020

    David Sirota speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Bernie Sanders' 2020 presidential run.

  47. 47Ruth Sanchez & Andy Grieve

    15 Apr 2020

    The "Angel of Antelope Valley" Ruth Sanchez speaks with Cenk Uygur about homelessness in High Desert in Los Angeles County | Emmy award winning director Andy Grieve speaks with Cenk Uygur about the new Netflix docuseries The Innocence Files.

  48. 48Frank Smyth & Albert Lee

    16 Apr 2020

    Author Frank Smyth speaks with Michael Shure about his new book The NRA: The Unauthorized History. Congressional candidate Albert Lee on his run for Oregon's 3rd District.

  49. 49Ti-Hua Chang & Eric Ohlsen

    20 Apr 2020

    Ti-Hua Chang on how big oil has benefited from the coronavirus stimulus. Eric Ohlsen on how the DNC meddles in progressive candidate's campaigns.

  50. 50David Dayen

    21 Apr 2020

    Journalist David Dayen speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about banks seizing stimulus checks.

  51. 51Harvey Kaye, Vanessa Potkin, & Peter Neufeld

    22 Apr 2020

    Harvey Kaye on his new book "FDR on Democracy." Vanessa Potkin & Peter Neufeld on the new Netflix show The Innocence Files.

  52. 52Hector Oseguera & John Iadarola

    23 Apr 2020

    Hector Oseguera speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about candidacy for Congress in NJ-08. John Iadarola on his climate change docuseries Truth North.

  53. 53Dave Weigel & Vic Dibitetto

    27 Apr 2020

    Washington Post Reporter Dave Weigel speaks with Cenk Uygur about the state of the 2020 election. Comedian Vic Dibitetto on his viral COVID-19 rant.

  54. 54Katherine Stewart & Zahra Burton

    28 Apr 2020

    Author Katherine Stewart on her new book The Power Worshippers: Inside the Dangerous Rise of Religious Nationalism. Journalist Zahra Burton on her TV news magazine, 18 Degrees North.

  55. 55John Nichols & Elie Mystal

    29 Apr 2020

    John Nichols speaks with Cenk Uygur on whether or not the Democratic Party has a soul. Justice Correspondent Elie Mystal on how Republicans are obsessed with stacking the court system in their favor.

  56. 56Jonathan Metzl & Adam Eichen

    30 Apr 2020

    Gun violence expert Jonathan Metzl speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about how COVID-19 led to a rise in gun ownership. Adam Eichen on voter suppression during COVID-19-era.

  57. 57Sarah Dowland & Ken Wyniemko

    01 May 2020

    Sarah Dowland & Ken Wyniemko speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Ken's incredible wrongful conviction episode of the The Innocence Files.

  58. 58Thearse McCalmon & Kenya Evelyn

    04 May 2020

    Thearse McCalmon speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about her campaign for a state senate seat in New York. Race and identity reporter Kenya Evelyn on why people of color are disproportionally effected by COVID-19.

  59. 59Jay Willis & Shahid Buttar

    06 May 2020

    The Appeal's Jay Willis speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how conservative judges are exploiting the coronavirus crisis. California Congressional candidate Shahid Buttar on his race against Nancy Pelosi.

  60. 60Kara Eastman & Mike Magee

    07 May 2020

    Congressional candidate Kara Eastman speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about the cracks in U.S. social service systems. CEO of Chiefs for Change Mike Magee on equity in education during a pandemic.

  61. 61Josh Fox & David Klein

    11 May 2020

    Filmmaker Josh Fox speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how the Green New Deal is the cure for the effects of the fossil fuel industry. CEO and Co-founder of Commonbond David Klein on navigating student loans during the coronavirus pandemic.

  62. 62Michael Brooks

    12 May 2020

    Michael Brooks speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about how the left can counteract the so-called "intellectual dark web".

  63. 63Dr. Rashad Richey & Ryan Felton

    13 May 2020

    Dr. Rashad Richey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Ahmaud Arbery's death was a "modern day lynching." Investigative reporter Ryan Felton on where bottled water comes from.

  64. 64Adrienne Lawrence

    14 May 2020

    Adrienne Lawrence speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her new book Staying in the Game: The Playbook for Beating Sexual Harassment.

  65. 65Justin Jackson

    18 May 2020

    LA Chargers' Justin Jackson joins TYT.

  66. 66Zach Carter & Kai Newkirk

    19 May 2020

    Huffington Post Senior Reporter Zach Carter speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the father Keynesian economics. Progressive activist Kai Newkirk on how he organized a progressive COVID-19 protest.

  67. 67Theo Henderson & Andrew Romano

    20 May 2020

    Podcaster Theo Henderson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the homeless crisis in Los Angeles. Yahoo News correspondent Andrew Romano on the differences in how Germany and Sweden are handling the COVID-19 pandemic.

  68. 68Ben Crump

    21 May 2020

    Civil rights attorney Ben Crump speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about how to defend against the smear campaign against murder victim Ahmaud Arbery.

  69. 69Bernie Sanders

    22 May 2020

    Bernie Sanders on the unity task force, uniting progressives. Bernie Sanders is still fighting for progressives.

  70. 70David Sirota John Salzinger, & Seungah Jeong

    26 May 2020

    David Sirota speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Joe Biden's "unity task forces". @MPOWERD executives John Salzinger and Seungah Jeong on their experiences with COVID-19 and their approach to running a B Corporation.

  71. 71Jesse Eisinger & Alex Sammon

    27 May 2020

    ProPublica senior reporter Jesse Eisinger speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how stimulus funds have been unequally distributed. Writer Alex Sammon on how the Small Business Administration handled the stimulus packages.

  72. 72Ramy Youssef

    28 May 2020

    Comedian Ramy Youssef speaks with Maytha Alhassen on The Conversation about the new season of his show "Ramy".

  73. 73Ben Jealous

    01 Jun 2020

    Ben Jealous speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about George Floyd's death and police brutality during the protests.

  74. 74Ken Klippenstein & Judah Friedlander

    02 Jun 2020

    Nation reporter Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Trump's plan to use the military inside the U.S. Judah Friedlander on coronavirus and the unrest in America.

  75. 75Joe Walsh & Mike Broihier

    03 Jun 2020

    Former U.S. Congressman Joe Walsh speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he stopped supporting Trump. U.S. Senate candidate Mike Broihier on running as a progressive in Kentucky.

  76. 76Dr. Rashad Richey

    04 Jun 2020

    Dr. Rashad Richey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the George Floyd protests in Atlanta.

  77. 77Adam McKay, Margaret Klein, & Samelys Lopez

    05 Jun 2020

    Margaret Klein & Adam McKay speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about changing the world's mind about climate change. Samelys Lopez on her Congressional run in New York.

  78. 78Jennifer Larsen & Jackie Fielder

    08 Jun 2020

    Jennifer Larsen speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her run for freeholder in New Jersey. Jackie Fielder her candidacy for state senate in California.

  79. 79Baba Akili & Kim Mangone

    09 Jun 2020

    Kim Mangone speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about running for the congressional seat in CA-23. Baba Akili on what "defund the police" really means.

  80. 80Nina Turner & Lauren Ashcraft

    10 Jun 2020

    Lauren Ashcraft speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how her controversial fundraising email. Nina Turner on reforming law enforcement in the United States.

  81. 81Jonathan Herzog & Nate McMurray

    11 Jun 2020

    Congressional candidate Nate McMurray speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about his run for the seat in NY-27. Congressional candidate Jonathan Herzog on his run to represent Wall Street in Congress.

  82. 82Fisher Stevens, Jean-Éric Vergne, Kathryn Boyd-Batstone, & Melinna Bobadilla

    12 Jun 2020

    Fisher Stevens & Jean-Éric Vergne speak with Michael Shure on The Conversation about their new documentary And We Go Green. Kathryn Boyd-Batstone and Melinna Bobadilla on their new documentary For Rosa.

  83. 83James Felton Keith & Steve Hill

    15 Jun 2020

    Congressional candidate James Felton Keith speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his run for NY-13. Steve Hill on his recent police discrimination experience.

  84. 84Jamaal Bowman & Khaled Abdelghany

    16 Jun 2020

    Jamaal Bowman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how he's pulling off an underdog congressional campaign in New York. National Guardsman Khaled Abdelghany on the viral video of him chanting with protesters in D.C.

  85. 85Kenya Evelyn & Derrell Bradford

    17 Jun 2020

    Derrell Bradford speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how children of color were disproportionally affected when schools shutdown during the coronavirus pandemic. Kenya Evelyn on the history of institutional racism in the United States.

  86. 86Isiah James & Shaniyat Chowdhury

    18 Jun 2020

    Congressional candidate Shaniyat Chowdhury speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about his run for NY-5. Congressional candidate Isiah James on his run for NY-9.

  87. 87Ron Perlman

    19 Jun 2020

    Ron Perlman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his Twitter beef with Ted Cruz.

  88. 88Sean Shaw & Elie Mystal

    23 Jun 2020

    Attorney and civic leader Sean Shaw speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about police abuse and brutality. Elie Mystal on boycotting the U.S. because of racism.

  89. 89Sarah Jaffe & Ti-Hua Chang

    24 Jun 2020

    Sarah Jaffe speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about what is going on with "PTO Debt". TYT Investigates reporter Ti-Hua Chang on why stimulus money hasn't gone towards climate change.

  90. 90Maya Rockeymoore Cummings

    25 Jun 2020

    Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about her three part strategy to manage the coronavirus pandemic.

  91. 91Gary Chambers

    29 Jun 2020

    Gary Chambers speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his viral address to a school board in Louisiana.

  92. 92Lizz Winstead & Suraj Patel

    30 Jun 2020

    Abortion Access Front founder Lizz Winstead speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the recent supreme court decision concerning abortion rights. Congressional candidate Suraj Patel on Tuesday's primary results.

  93. 93Ron Suskind

    01 Jul 2020

    Founder of Bongomedia Ron Suskind speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his extensive journalism career and new app.

  94. 94Maytha Alhassen

    02 Jul 2020

    Maytha Alhassen speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the police abolition movement.

  95. 95Nayyera Haq & Jess Scarene

    06 Jul 2020

    Jess Scarene speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her run for a U.S. Senate seat in Delaware. Nayyera Haq on Russian bounties and Stacey Abrams.

  96. 96Eynelys Vinson & David Shimer

    07 Jul 2020

    Eynelys Vinson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her run for Palmdale, CA City Council. Author David Shimer on how vulnerable our election systems are to Russian intrusions.

  97. 97Rev. William Barber

    08 Jul 2020

    Civil Rights Activist Rev. William Barber speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about fighting for economic justice.

  98. 98Jermaine Starr & Ashley McGirt

    09 Jul 2020

    Journalist Terrell Jermaine Starr speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new podcast "Black Diplomats". Therapist and author Ashley McGirt on the deep effects of historical and systematic trauma.

  99. 99Dolores Huerta

    13 Jul 2020

    Dolores Huerta speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about living a life of advocacy and activism.

  100. 100Ken Klippenstein & Simona Grace

    14 Jul 2020

    Journalist Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his Twitter exchange with Elon Musk. Founder of Moms in Office Simona Grace on her efforts to expand how many mothers get elected to public office.

  101. 101Kenya Evelyn & Dylan Brody

    15 Jul 2020

    Humorist and author Dylan Brody speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about making comedy during covid-19. Guardian reporter Kenya Evelyn on why minority communities in the U.S. have a higher risk of contacting covid-19.

  102. 102Bob the Drag Queen & Jason Harrow

    16 Jul 2020

    Bob the Drag Queen speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how drag queens fight for social change. Chief Counsel at Equal Citizens Jason Harrow speaks with Francesca Fiorentini about how to fix the electoral college.

  103. 103Wade McMullen & Ihssan Leckey

    20 Jul 2020

    Congressional candidate Ihssan Leckey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why she decided to run for Joe Kennedy's former seat in Massachusetts. Managing attorney at Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Wade McMullen on how Trump is continuing to limit immigration.

  104. 104Jen Perelman & Ryan Grim

    21 Jul 2020

    Jen Perelman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her congressional race against Debbie Wasserman Schultz in Florida. TYT Contributor Ryan Grim on progressive candidates in democratic primaries.

  105. 105Jeet Heer & Mustafa Tameez

    23 Jul 2020

    National Affairs Correspondent for The Nation Jeet Heer speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about unidentified federal agents clashing with protesters in Portland. Former DHS consultant Mustafa Tameez on Trump's illegal use of force against protestors in Portland.

  106. 106Richard Kreitner & Jonathan Metzl

    27 Jul 2020

    Author Richard Kreitner speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how disunion in the United States could lead to states seceding. Professor and author Jonathan Metzl on Trump's abysmal handling of Covid-19.

  107. 107Thomas Frank & Mary Ziegler

    28 Jul 2020

    Journalist and Author Thomas Frank speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the history of populism in the U.S. Author Mary Ziegler on the current state of women's reproductive rights in the U.S.

  108. 108Rebecca Parson & Ilyse Hogue

    29 Jul 2020

    Congressional candidate Rebecca Parson speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about her run to represent Washington's 6th district. Author and President of NARAL Pro Choice America Ilyse Hogue on how the radical right is on the verge of banning abortion in the U.S.

  109. 109Eddie Glaude & Dr. Carl Hart

    30 Jul 2020

    Professor Eddie Glaude speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about his new book about his new book Begin Again. Scientist, professor, author and activist Dr. Carl Hart on the myth of drugs contributing to the killings of black people.

  110. 110Manuel Oliver

    03 Aug 2020

    Manuel Oliver speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about on his son Jonquin, a victim of gun violence.

  111. 111Ken Klippenstein & John Nichols

    04 Aug 2020

    Reporter for The Nation Ken Klippenstein speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about Trump's attempt to label antifa as a terrorist organization. The Nation's National Affairs Correspondent John Nichols on why the mainstream Democratic Party is rejecting progressive ideals.

  112. 112Maytha Alhassen & Sheryl Ring

    05 Aug 2020

    Maytha Alhassen speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why so many people still aren't wearing masking during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tenants Rights Attorney and Advocate Sheryl Ring on the eviction crisis caused by COVID-19.

  113. 113Ro Khanna & Dr. Anthea Butler

    06 Aug 2020

    Ro Khanna speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about huge victories for progressives across the map. University of Pennsylvania Professor Dr. Anthea Butler on the reason why evangelicals vote for Trump.

  114. 114Melba Pearson & Abené Clayton

    10 Aug 2020

    Candidate for Miami-Dade State Attorney Melba Pearson speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about why she decided to run. Abené Clayton on how Covid-19 spread in California's prison system.

  115. 115Zephyr Teachout & Andru Volinsky

    11 Aug 2020

    Gubernatorial candidate Andru Volinsky speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he's running for the top job in New Hampshire. Zephyr Teachout on her new book about deals with breaking up monopolies.

  116. 116Joe Sandberg, Morgan Pehme, & Daniel DiMauro

    12 Aug 2020

    Aspiration Co-founder Joe Sanberg speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about who actually wins as the economy attempts to recover from Covid-19. Directors of "The Swamp" Morgan Pehme & Daniel DiMauro on how to fix the systemic corruption at the heart of Congress right now.

  117. 117Céline Semaan & Jessica Malaty Rivera

    13 Aug 2020

    Slow Factory Foundation Founder Céline Semaan speaks with Maytha Alhassen on The Conversation about how the explosion in Beirut has become a catalyst for revolution in Lebanon. Infectious Disease Expert Jessica Malaty Rivera on how important it is to make science useful to the general public.

  118. 118Alex Morse

    14 Aug 2020

    Congressional candidate Alex Morse speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the targeted attack to ruin his campaign.

  119. 119Brent Welder & Zack Malitz

    17 Aug 2020

    Zack Malitz speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about holding Texas Governor, Greg Abbott, accountable for Texas' Covid-19 response. Brent Welder on the influence of corporate lobbyist on the DNC.

  120. 120Cori Bush

    18 Aug 2020

    Cori Bush speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how she toppled a political dynasty.

  121. 121Noam Chomky

    19 Aug 2020

    Noam Chomky speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how consent to nominate Joe Biden was manufactured by the mainstream media.

  122. 122Nina Turner

    21 Aug 2020

    Nina Turner speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about what the future of the Democratic Party looks like.

  123. 123Anthony Baxter

    24 Aug 2020

    Filmmaker Anthony Baxter speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his new documentary "You've Been Trumped Too".

  124. 124Lex Steppler & Jared A. Ball

    25 Aug 2020

    Dignity and Power Now Director Lex Steppler speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the situation around the police shooting of Jacob Blake. Morgan State University Professor Jared A. Ball on how race and class are inseparable.

  125. 125Marjon Carlos & Monifa Bandele

    26 Aug 2020

    Journalist Marjon Carlos speaks with Maytha Alhassen on The Conversation about how Cardi B is an advocate for progressive policies and female empowerment. Senior VP of Moms Rising Monifa Bandele on the upcoming Black National Convention.

  126. 126Rashad Richey & David Kim

    27 Aug 2020

    CA-34 Congressional candidate David Kim speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about his run to represent his community. Radio Host Rashad Richey on the police killing of Jacob Blake.

  127. 127Chuck Rocha & Jenna Arnold

    31 Aug 2020

    Jenna Arnold speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her new book Raising Our Hands. Chuck Rocha on how Bernie Sanders brought latinos into the progressive movement.

  128. 128Paula Jean Swearengin & Alicia Garza

    01 Sep 2020

    Paula Jean Swearengin and Alicia Garza speak with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation.

  129. 129David Becker & Max Burns

    02 Sep 2020

    David Becker and Max Burns speak with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation.

  130. 130Jason Stanley & Fadi Quran

    03 Sep 2020

    Yale University professor Jason Stanley speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about the Trump administrations fascist politics. Avaaz Campaign Director Fadi Quran on the rise of Covid-19 misinformation on Facebook.

  131. 131Eric Ohlsen & Dr. Wendy Osefo

    09 Sep 2020

    Democrat strategist Dr. Wendy Osefo speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the presidential race and Joe Biden's outreach to progressives. Eric Ohlsen on why he needed to run for Mayor of Palmdale.

  132. 132Joanne Bagshaw & Eddie Kim

    10 Sep 2020

    Author Joanne Bagshaw speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why it's important to understand feminism. Eddie Kim on how Save the Children became a conspiracy grift.

  133. 133Solomon Rajput & Brandon Tucker

    11 Sep 2020

    ACLU of Tennessee Policy Director Brandon Tucker speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about how free speech and protesters are being criminalized. Chair of Done Waiting Solomon Rajput on how his organization can help progressive campaigns across the U.S.

  134. 134Shahid Buttar

    14 Sep 2020

    CA-12 Congressional Candidate Shahid Buttar speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the disagreements between himself and his campaign staff.

  135. 135Richard Ojeda & Aida Rodriguez

    15 Sep 2020

    Retired Major Richard Ojeda speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the goals of No Dem Left Behind. Aida Rodriguez on how this year's Emmy nominations failed latinx actors.

  136. 136Liz Garbus & Lisa Cortes

    16 Sep 2020

    Liz Garbus and Lisa Cortes speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about their new movie All In: The Fight for Democracy.

  137. 137Sasha Abramsky & Dr. Sweta Chakraborty

    17 Sep 2020

    Nation Columnist Sasha Abramsky speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about Trump's threat to democracy. Climate Change Expert Sweta Chakraborty on how to communicate the reality of the risks of climate change.

  138. 138Ravi Patel

    21 Sep 2020

    Actor Ravi Patel speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about his new docuseries.

  139. 139Alex Gibney

    22 Sep 2020

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  140. 140Michael Waldman

    23 Sep 2020

    Michael Waldman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the battle over the Supreme Court vacancy.

  141. 141Vijay Ravindran & Gina Torres

    24 Sep 2020

    CEO of Floreo Vijay Ravindran speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how virtual reality can help children on the autism spectrum. Actress Gina Torres on diversity in show business.

  142. 142Jon Hoadley & Xander Schultz

    25 Sep 2020

    State Representative Jon Hoadley speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about his campaign for Michigan's 6th District. When We Band Together Cofounder Xander Schultz on how the Moria refugee camp is handling the recent fires.

  143. 143David Becker & Greg Ellis

    28 Sep 2020

    Actor, author, and host of the "The Respondent" Greg Ellis speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about why men are struggling emotionally during the COVID-19 pandemic. Center for Election Innovation & Research's David Becker on making a plan and voting early.

  144. 144Michael Patrick Oristian & Pam Keith

    29 Sep 2020

    Former Congressional Candidate Michael Patrick Oristian speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he supports everything Trump does. FL-18 Congressional Nominee Pam Keith on the controversies surrounding her Republican opponent.

  145. 145James Thompson & Tara Palmeri

    30 Sep 2020

    Judicial candidate for KS-18 James Thompson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his struggle with cancer and how he got on the ballet to be a judge. Investigative Reporter Tara Palmeri on her new podcast Broken: Seeking Justice.

  146. 146Derek W. Black & Angelica Dueñas

    01 Oct 2020

    Author of Schoolhouse Burning Derek W. Black speaks with Emma Vigeland on The Conversation about Betsy Devos' attack on America's public education system. Congressional Candidate Angelica Dueñas on why she can't be bought.

  147. 147Lizz Winstead & Dan Sherrel

    06 Oct 2020

    Abortion Access Front Founder Lizz Winstead speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about what will happen to abortion rights if Amy Coney Barrett is confirmed to the Supreme Court. #VoteTrumpOut Campaign Director Dan Sherrel on why the left should vote Trump out.

  148. 148Patrick Nelson & Brian Stelter

    07 Oct 2020

    State Senate Candidate Patrick Nelson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why his vote could have a massive impact for citizens of New York. DCNN's Chief Media Correspondent Brian Stelter on his new book Hoax: Donald Trump, Fox News and the Dangerous Distortion of Truth.

  149. 149Rick Wilson

    08 Oct 2020

    Co-founder of the Lincoln Project Rick Wilson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how to get conservatives to vote for Joe Biden.

  150. 150Cathy Areu, John Hoffman, & Kahane Cooperman

    12 Oct 2020

    Host of Liberal Sherpa podcast Cathy Areu speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why young Cuban-Americans are against Trump. Filmmakers Kahane Cooperman and John Hoffman on their new movie The Antidote: Stories of Kindness and Decency in America.

  151. 151Alex Sammon & Matt Mattern

    13 Oct 2020

    American Prospect Staff Writer Alex Sammon speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about how progressives took on the DCCC. Founder of Championing America Matt Mattern on why he left the Republican Party.

  152. 152Kyle Bibby & Carlton Larson

    14 Oct 2020

    National Campaigns Manager for Common Defense Kyle Bibby speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the issues that matter to progressive veterans. Author and Professor Carlton Larson on his new book On Treason: A Citizen's Guide to the Law.

  153. 153Othón Nolasco & Terrance Woodbury

    15 Oct 2020

    Co-founder of No Us Without You Othón Nolasco speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how to ensure undocumented families have enough food during the pandemic. Owner and Principal of Hit Strategies Terrance Woodbury speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how to reach underrepresented groups of voters.

  154. 154Farron Cousins & Mia Mason

    19 Oct 2020

    Congressional Candidate Mia Mason speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about why she is trying to turn MD-1 from red to blue. Ring of Honor Host Farron Cousins on which way Florida could go in the upcoming election.

  155. 155Tom LoBianco & Kara Eastman

    20 Oct 2020

    Congressional Candidate Kara Eastman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her race against Rep. Don Bacon. Political Correspondent for Business Insider Tom LoBianco on his new book Piety & Power: Mike Pence and the Taking of the White House.

  156. 156Charlotte Swasey & Viviana Vigil

    21 Oct 2020

    Political Commentator Viviana Vigil speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how Trump is gaining popularity with Latino men. Charlotte Swasey from Data for Progress on how things could go horribly wrong on November 3rd.

  157. 157Jon Meacham

    22 Oct 2020

    Author of The Soul of America Jon Meacham speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the long struggle between progressives and conservatives.

  158. 158Kyle Kulinski & Dr. Merav Ben-David

    26 Oct 2020

    Democrat for U.S. Senate Dr. Merav Ben-David speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about her science-based campaign. Host of Secular Talk Kyle Kulinski speaks on where progressive grassroots energy could be focused moving forward.

  159. 159Mike Siegel & Josh Balk

    27 Oct 2020

    Vice President of Farm Animal Protection Josh Balk speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the biggest problems farm animals face. Congressional Nominee for TX-10 Mike Siegel on why his race is so important for progressives.

  160. 160Julie Oliver

    28 Oct 2020

    Democratic Nominee in TX-25 Julie Oliver speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about running as a progressive in Texas.

  161. 161Chris Boutté & Tim Ward

    29 Oct 2020

    Host of the Rewired Soul Chris Boutté speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about why people should be skeptical about conspiracy theories. Co-author of Pro Truth Tim Ward on how truth is on the ballot this election season.

  162. 162Joshua Kahn Russell

    02 Nov 2020

    Joshua Kahn Russell speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about how to prevent the Trump administration from orchestrating a coup following the election.

  163. 163Larry Lessig

    09 Nov 2020

    Harvard Law Professor Larry Lessig speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Trump's false accusations of voter fraud.

  164. 164Keiajah “KJ” Brooks

    10 Nov 2020

    Community Organizer and Activist Keiajah “KJ” Brooks speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about her viral speech at a police commissioners meeting.

  165. 165Akela Lacy & Yaron Zilberman

    11 Nov 2020

    Politics Reporter at the Intercept Akela Lacy speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how progressive Democrats won in the 2020 election. Director of the Valley of Tears Yaron Zilberman on his documentary that tells the story of the first three days of the Yom Kippur War.

  166. 166Ryan Grim & Ken Klippenstein

    12 Nov 2020

    The Intercept's Ryan Grim speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why President-elect Joe Biden chose Ron Klain to be his chief of staff. Reporter for The Nation Ken Klippenstein on how he trolled Richard Grenell on Twitter.

  167. 167Eddie Kim & Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss

    16 Nov 2020

    Author Dr Cynthia Miller-Idriss speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about understanding the rising extremism in America. Features Writer for Mel Eddie Kim on the effect of California's Prop 22 on gig workers.

  168. 168Alex Sammon & Frederick Joseph

    17 Nov 2020

    Staff Writer at the American Prospect Alex Sammon speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why centrist Democrats are blaming progressives for 2020 loses. Author and Marketer Frederick Joseph on his upcoming book The Black Friend.

  169. 169Kali Holloway & Michael Hull

    18 Nov 2020

    Director of the Make It Right Project Kali Holloway speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about psychological after effects of Trump's presidency. Filmmaker Michael Hull on his documentary about the Attica prison riots.

  170. 170Stacey Henson & Barry Eidlin

    19 Nov 2020

    Clinical Reviewer for the Recovery Village Stacey Henson speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the effect of the election on Democrats vs. Republicans. Professor of Sociology at McGill University Barry Eidlin on where Trumpism is headed now that the election is over.

  171. 171Zeke Stokes & Ankur Jain

    23 Nov 2020

    Zeke Stokes speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about what Trump's refusal to concede says about America. Kairos HQ Co-founder and Co-CEO Ankur Jain on how his organization is working to fix the housing crisis.

  172. 172David Pakman & Charles Coleman Jr.

    24 Nov 2020

    Host of the David Pakman Show, David Pakman, speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the upcoming Biden's administration and his Spanish language news show. Charles Coleman Jr. on the police killing two black teenager in Brevard County, FL.

  173. 173Eitan Prins-Trachtenberg, Hannah Taheri, Nikka Makhani, & Laura Flanders

    25 Nov 2020

    Co-founders of The Ballot Project Eitan Prins-Trachtenberg, Hannah Taheri and Nikka Makhani speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how students in high school are getting out the vote in local election. Host of the Laura Flanders Show, Laura Flanders on how local people can make progressive priorities happen.

  174. 174Lizz Winstead & Rashad Ritchie

    30 Nov 2020

    Abortion AF Founder Lizz Winstead speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her new comedy special Corona Borealis. The Host of the Rashad Ritchey Show, Rashad Ritchie, on the upcoming elections in Georgia.

  175. 175Joel Simon & Greg Palast

    01 Dec 2020

    Executive Director for the Committee to Protect Journalists, Joel Simons, speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the global consequences of Trump's rhetoric towards the media. Investigative Reporter Greg Palast on tracking purged voters in Georgia.

  176. 176Kandist Mallett & Walter Masterson

    02 Dec 2020

    Journalist and Columnist Kandist Mallett speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Biden is calling for a "United America". Actor and Content Creator Walter Masterson on his experiences interviewing Trump supporters.

  177. 177Nia Miranda & Mark Titus

    03 Dec 2020

    "Artivist" and businesswoman Nia Miranda speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how art is the strongest form of change. Filmmaker Mark Titus on his new film The Wild.

  178. 178Nsé Ufot & Justin Horwitz

    07 Dec 2020

    New Georgia Project CEO Nsé Ufot speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about what to expect in the Georgia runoff election. Really American PAC Founder Justin Horwitz on his grassroots efforts in the Georgia runoff elections.

  179. 179Brianna Wu & Gary Chambers Jr.

    08 Dec 2020

    Rebellion PAC Executive Director Brianna Wu speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how the PAC's new ad speaks to working class Georgians. Publisher of the Rouge Collection Gary Chambers Jr. on his potential run for U.S. Congress.

  180. 180Larry Lessig & Steve Hofstetter

    09 Dec 2020

    Professor of Law at Harvard Larry Lessig speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about why he's worried about state legislatures attempting to hand the election to Trump. Comedian Steve Hofstetter on comedy during quarantine.

  181. 181Fritzi Horstman & Tom Bowmanspeak

    10 Dec 2020

    Founder of the Compassion Prison Project Fritzi Horstman speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about how trauma leads to incarceration. Author of What If Solving the Climate Crisis Was Simple Tom Bowman on how easy it is to solve climate change.

  182. 182Saru Jayaraman & Tamara Toles O'Laughlin

    14 Dec 2020

    President of One Fair Wage Saru Jayaraman speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about how restaurant staff face increased hostility during Covid-19. North American Directory of 350.org Tamara Toles O'Laughlin on what trading water means for future generations.

  183. 183Akela Lacy & Charles Coleman Jr.

    15 Dec 2020

    Intercept Politics Reporter Akela Lacy speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about the effort to end surprise hospital billing. Civil Rights Attorney Charles Coleman Jr. on how lawful black gun owners are treated unfairly in the U.S.

  184. 184Ti-Hua Chang, Rebecca Roskill, & Willem Morris

    16 Dec 2020

    TYT Investigative Reporter Ti-Hua Chang speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about the future of environmental justice under President Biden. Columbia DSA Organizers Willem Morrisa and Rebecca Roskill on why Columbia students are refusing to pay tuition.

  185. 185Mustafa Tameez & Yannick Marshall

    17 Dec 2020

    Democratic Strategist Mustafa Tameez speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the Senate runoff races in Georgia. Professor of Africana Study at Knox College Yannick Marshall on how Obama called Defund the Police a 'snappy slogan'.

  186. 186Patrice Amandla Sulton & Beth Bourdon

    21 Dec 2020

    The Executive Director of the D.C. Justice Lab Patrice Amandla Sulton speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the reforms needed to make our criminal justice system less brutal. FOIA Lawyer Beth Bourdon on what inspired her to help advance Ken Klippenstein's groundbreaking journalism.

  187. 187David Sirota

    22 Dec 2020

    Founder and Editor of the Daily Poster David Sirota speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about if Medicare for All should be forced to a floor vote.

  188. 188Rev. William Barber & Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis

    23 Dec 2020

    Rev. William Barber and Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how to push president-elect Biden in the right direction to help the poor.

  189. 189Ken Klippenstein

    29 Dec 2020

    Reporter for The Nation Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why the military is making soldiers pay for Covid-19 tests.

  190. 190David Dayen

    30 Dec 2020

    Executive Editor of the American Prospect David Dayen speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the latest updates on the Covid relief bill.

  191. 191Farron Cousins & Dr. Rashad Richeyfinale

    31 Dec 2020

    Host of Ring of Fire Farron Cousins speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the fight for stimulus checks. Dr. Rashad Richey on the Georgia runoff elections.